Cost of Employing Workers to Hit Record High in 2025
This year will be the most expensive on record for businesses who employ workers on the minimum wage, according to new analysis. Research by the…
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A Taste of Tradition: New Pub to Open in Camden
The team behind the renowned restaurants Le Bab and the Kebab Queen is set to launch a new venture, a traditional British pub named The…
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Pre-Christmas Trading Provides Welcome boost as Wider Market Sees “Modest Growth”
A special weekly edition of the Hospitality Business Tracker – produced by CGA by NIQ, in partnership with RSM UK – shows Britain’s leading hospitality…
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The 5 Key Festive Days Delivered a Strong Performance for the UK On Trade but a Damp Squib for New Year’s
A total of 34.8 Million pints of draught beer and cider were sold over the key 5 festive trading days Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing…
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JW Lees Profits Increased By Over 104% During Its Recent Financial Year
Manchester-based JW Lees, which comprises a brewery, 49 managed pubs and 87 Partner Pubs, plus hotels and a wine merchant, has seen revenue increase by…
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Community Campaign to Revive Historic Village Pub Gains Momentum
A determined campaign to breathe new life into a cherished village pub is gathering significant support from local residents and beyond. The Elm Tree Inn,…
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Star Pubs Kick-Starts Sports Calendar With Package Of Free Six Nations Support For Pubs
Following unprecedented demand for its Six Nations 2024 Championship rugby materials, Star Pubs is investing over £60,000 in its biggest ever package of free support…
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UK Hotel Investment Reaches £5.75 Billion In 2024, Doubling 2023 Levels
UK hotel investment transactions are estimated to have reached £5.75 billion in 2024, according to Savills, more than double the volume recorded in 2023. This…
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The Future of Hospitality: Are You Ready for the Labour Government’s Bold Changes?
By Katie Deem, Head of Hospitality, Leisure & Travel at 4C Associates. Katie is a seasoned procurement leader Drawing on her extensive expertise in procurement…
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More Inclusive Workplace Practices To Fill Staff Shortages
By Giles Fuchs, Owner of Burgh Island Hotel (www.burghisland.com) The hospitality sector is looking for ways to return to pre-pandemic staffing levels: vacancies in the…
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Billions Lost and Counting: New Rail Strikes for 2025 Expose Government’s Lack of Control Says NTIA
Passengers on busy rail routes will suffer fresh disruption today, Thursday because of another strike by train managers. As the UK enters 2025, passengers and…
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Happy New Year from CLH News!
We would like to wish all readers of CLH News a very happy and prosperous New Year! Thank you for taking the time to support…
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Sector Set for New Year’s Eve Boost- Reflecting Shift in UK Hospitality Trends
The UK hospitality and on-trade sector is gearing up for a promising New Year’s Eve, with spending in pubs, bars, and restaurants expected to provide…
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Increase in Company Insolvencies Predicted in 2025
Insolvencies and restructuring activity are expected to increase in early 2025 as businesses struggle with rising cost pressures, industry experts have warned. Surging business costs…
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Barclaycard Analysis Highlights Modest Growth in Hospitality Sector Amid Challenging Landscape
Consumer spending patterns in 2024 reveal cautious optimism for the UK hospitality sector, with pubs and restaurants experiencing modest yet encouraging growth despite ongoing challenges….
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